How To Fix S#717 - You are not authorized to enter the value: Object &1, field &2, value &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S# -

• Message number: 717

• Message text: You are not authorized to enter the value: Object &1, field &2, value &3

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S#717 - You are not authorized to enter the value: Object &1, field &2, value &3 ?

  The SAP error message S#717 indicates that a user is attempting to enter a value in a specific field of a certain object, but they do not have the necessary authorization to do so. This is a common issue in SAP systems where authorization checks are in place to ensure that users can only access or modify data that they are permitted to.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The user does not have the required authorization for the specific object and field.
  The value being entered is restricted based on the user's role or profile.
  There may be a configuration issue in the authorization objects or roles assigned to the user.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the last authorization check that failed and provide details on which authorization object was not met.
  Review the authorization profile assigned to the user in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Identify the specific authorization object (denoted as &1 in the error message) and the field (&2) that is causing the issue.
  Check the values that are being restricted (&3) and see if they are included in the user's authorization profile.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user needs access to the specific value, you may need to modify their roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Use transaction PFCG to manage roles and authorization profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user’s authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: These are used in SAP to control access to various functionalities and data. Each object can have multiple fields that define specific access rights.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing user roles and authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the S#717 error and implement a solution to grant the necessary authorizations to the user.